Alexander Melendrez

About Alexander Melendrez

Dynamic political strategist and organizer with over 10 years of experience in government, politics, nonprofits, and advocacy. Expertise in coalition building, strategic public relations, electoral organizing, and grassroots mobilization. Deeply connected within California’s political and nonprofit sectors, with a successful track record of leading statewide housing campaigns, engaging the press, and shaping public discourse. Extensive experience using CRMs for voter outreach and data-driven campaign strategy. Proven ability to fundraise, develop leaders, and serve as a public spokesperson.

Experience

1. Community Relations Officer

   Los Angeles Metro

   Sep 2025 — Present

   Managed LA Metro’s Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC) and Community Advisory Council (CAC), supporting member leadership, meeting facilitation, and coordination with Metro staff. Led community listening sessions, outreach, and engagement with community-based organizations to elevate rider and community perspectives, inform policy development, and strengthen Metro’s community-centered approach to public safety and transit decision-making.

Education

• Mills High School

  High School

  2007 — 2011

• University of California, Berkeley

  Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science and Government

  2014 — 2015

• Skyline College

  Associate's degree, Interdisciplinary studies: Social Science and Humanities

Skills

• Legislative Affairs
• Public Policy
• Volunteering
• Public Relations
• Event Hosting
• Microsoft Office
• Lobbying
• Legislative Research
• Microsoft Excel
• Elections
• Exercise
• Policy Advocacy
• Supervisory Skills
• Leadership
• Political Organization
• Political Campaigns
• Technical Proficiency
• Political Outreach
• Event Planning
• Student Government
• Canvassing
• Computer Proficiency
• Office Administration
• Door to Door
• Public Speaking
• Government
• Voter Education
• Data Entry
• Voter Registration
• Political Science
• Social Media
• Legislative Advisory